Kathleen Fedorchak
Hamden,CT
Summary
Dynamic and proactive education professional with extensive experience in college counseling, ESL instruction, standardized test tutoring, and curriculum development. As Head College Counselor at Counseling Educational Group, I enhanced college application success rates through individualized planning and workshop facilitation. Skilled in curriculum design, student counseling, and fostering cross-cultural awareness to empower students to achieve their goals for higher education outside of Morocco.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head College Counselor
Counseling Educational Group
Casablanca, Morocco
09.2019 - 01.2026
- Educated students on the college admissions process and scholarship applications for universities in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Germany, China, Korea, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
- Spearheaded workshops on topics such as financial aid (FAFSA, CSS, Qatar Foundation) resume building, interview skills, essay writing strategies, and standardized test strategies (SAT, IELTS, TOEFL).
- Enhanced college application success rates by providing comprehensive guidance through individualized college planning sessions to address the unique needs of each student.
English as a Second Language Teacher and SAT Tutor
Addictest
Rabat, Morocco
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Developed an engaging ESL curriculum with lesson plans tailored to diverse language proficiency levels.
- Developed and taught SAT curriculum to improve students' standardized testing scores.
- Collaborated with colleagues to refine curriculum and improve instructional materials.
- Established strong rapport with students, parents, and fellow educators, fostering positive relationships within the school community.
- Contributed to the development of extracurricular programs aimed at promoting cultural exchange and understanding among students.
English as a Second Language Teacher
American Language Center
Mohammedia, Morocco
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adapting instructional strategies as needed for optimal success.
- Enhanced students' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Diplomacy And World Affairs
Occidental College
Los Angeles, CA05-2018
Skills
- Individual and group student counseling
- Curriculum design - ESL, SAT, IELTS, TOEFL
- Test preparation assistance
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multicultural competence and global awareness
- Continuing education
- Workshop facilitation
- Essay coaching
Certification
- TEFL Certification, September 2018
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Moroccan Arabic (Darija)
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Arabic
Limited Working
Tamazight
Elementary
Italian
Elementary
Interests
Traveling, Hiking, Reading, Science Fiction and Fantasy TV and Movies, Writing and Journaling, Cooking
Timeline
English as a Second Language Teacher and SAT Tutor
Addictest
09.2020 - 06.2024
Head College Counselor
Counseling Educational Group
09.2019 - 01.2026
English as a Second Language Teacher
American Language Center
08.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Diplomacy And World Affairs
Occidental College